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So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 2:42:42 PM

LaTigresse

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I was going through the news and found this interesting little bit. It has a few other little survey factoids tucked in it also. I had to stop and think how many I go through a year. I think I am somewhere around 4-6 pairs annually.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080401/lf_nm_life/sneakers_leaders_dc;_ylt=Aq7YxYbSrjX80_ViA1K3dyB34T0D

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 2:47:30 PM

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I hardly ever buy any. Surprise, surprise

. (If I wear trainers, it's for fashion purposes, so I go for the 'old skool' type, not the yacht shaped monstrosities that look like baby contraptions.)

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 2:51:55 PM

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ditto

Also I'm the boring type that always buys Reebok Classic in black because I know they fit. I hate my trainers to look too complicated and they should weigh more than my big toe.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 2:52:18 PM

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i have two pair. both are over 3 years old. i dont go out that much, so not so much need to wear/buy new ones.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 3:06:08 PM

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I buy multiples at an outlet store I like: Hi-Tec.

I don't think it means anything: correlative data is not evidence of a causal relationship.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 3:23:10 PM

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Running shoes, about two pair a year. Used to go through a lot more, but I don't run much anymore. For everyday and work, I'm a "Born" man. They are so comfortable and made so well they last a looooong time. Worth every penny, imo.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 3:30:15 PM

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I buy sneakers probably every other year or so. Lately it's been hard to find a replacment for my current ones.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 3:31:39 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: SL4V3M4YB3

ditto

Also I'm the boring type that always buys Reebok Classic in black because I know they fit. I hate my trainers to look too complicated and they should weigh more than my big toe.

I buy the "Roebuck Classic" in black.
This pair that I use to go to the gym on the treadmill and walks etc is about 7 years old and the fuckers just won't wear out!
I think I paid $26 for them.
I have a pair of "Wolverine" hiking boots that just will not wear out too.
Those are a little "expensive" at $129 but very comfortable.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 3:42:32 PM

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i buy two pairs every year...Nike running shoes i wear for ref/coaching and the canvas Keds i live in almost all year long.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 4:19:40 PM

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I've got a pair of Adidas for workouts, and a pair of classic black Converse that I've had since 10th grade. They are seriously some of the nastiest, most worn-out sneakers you'll ever see, but they're comfortable and I love them. So I don't buy sneakers that often...

But every time I leave the house I usually come back with one or two new pairs of heels, I wonder what that says about me?

My count's up to 40+ pairs of shoes and I can't fit them all in my closet.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 4:28:16 PM

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I've never owned any. I wear wooden clogs when I work and Dr Martins when I go out.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 4:39:30 PM

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I own one pair of running shoes that a friend gave me almost two years ago. I think I've worn them twice. I wear my fashion-y kicks all the time, though. Skate shoes, Dunks, retro shoes, Court Forces...I'm a sneaker whore.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:06:58 PM

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Sneakers, I buy when they wear out. I can wear them most all the time, unless going out somewhere.
To work...around home. An average pair lasts me anywhere from 3-4 months before the treads wear off the bottom.

Only thing I care about name wise is all white. Whether it be Nike, Reabok..or what have you.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:09:59 PM

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I have to buy about 3 pair a year.
They don't fall apart, but if you exercise by walking or running, the cushion gives out quite easilly.
I forget how often you're supposed to trade them in, but if you walk or run a lot, you will notice a big difference if you don't.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:16:03 PM

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I generally buy 1-2 pair of sneaks a year; my shoe of choice is these:
http://www.conversationshoes.com/

They are durable, washable and very comfortable.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:18:25 PM

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Puma for me. I have several pairs, including some i got in the US, for a quarter of the price i pay in the UK. I have one pair thought that i have had 4 years and they fit like slippers and are not too worn out.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:24:43 PM

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not really. the so called styles look like clown shows. so- i wait.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:57:25 PM

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It's not real percise in my life. I wear them for work.

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/4/2008 5:58:43 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: meatcleaver

I've never owned any. I wear wooden clogs when I work and Dr Martins when I go out.

Meat, I knew you were a bit of a hippie but this seriously takes the biscuit

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RE: So, How many pairs do you buy? - 4/5/2008 6:24:53 AM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: xxblushesxx

I have to buy about 3 pair a year.
They don't fall apart, but if you exercise by walking or running, the cushion gives out quite easilly.
I forget how often you're supposed to trade them in, but if you walk or run a lot, you will notice a big difference if you don't.

Even if you are just on your feet alot. After one awful bout with plantar fasciitis, I will never take my feet for granted again. I keep them clad in good quality, relatively new sneakers so that I can keep hiking and doing my thing.

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